Adopt

My name is Jacked Up Jack!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 2 days ago

Cared for by Trash Cat Rescue
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Approve Application

3

Interview

4

Meet the Pet

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $150

This helps Trash Cat Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Gray or Blue/White
Age
9 years 8 months old, Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
1622
Hair Length

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs
Checkmark in teal circle FIV+
Checkmark in teal circle Has special dietary needs

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

(Are you ready for it?)
Meet... Jacked Up Jack!

Jacked Up Jack got his name because...what Trash Cat doesn't have a few things wrong with them? This poor guy came to TCR with a long, open leg wound, painful ears, unbearably itchy skin, and some bad teefers in need of removal. Now that he's been with us a few months, Jack is in much better shape, but he still can't help but look a bit pitiful.

We suspect Jack might have had a run in with a car or something else at one point - his front paws are wonky/curvy and a bit "jacked" on x-ray, but these are old injuries that have healed with no further treatment needed at this time. He's still a bit scruffy and perpetually ear-planed, but he perks right up for his favorite wet food, churu treats and snacks. Jack is very food motivated and doesn't think twice about his days on the streets.

Jack is a bit of a sassy cat who enjoys attention and being petted (especially the top of his head!) but can get a bit overstimulated. He is very sweet but is still sensitive over some of the areas that were known to be most troublesome to him (for example, his ears), so he'd probably do best with adults or kids that can read his cues. Even when he's all done, he gently lets you know and goes back to curling up in a soft spot to sleep. With slow, gentle interactions he has developed a soft spot for the foster family's toddler, who affectionately calls him "Jack Jack". Jack's other nickname is "King of the Stairs". His most favorite spot to sleep is the carpeted steps. When the foster family goes up or down the stairs they have to pay the "Jack Tax" before they pass him (Jack Tax = scratches on his head or a good brushing with a soft brush). If you brush Jack long enough, he can't control his tongue and it ends up hilariously hanging out until brush time is done.

Jack is estimated to be older gentleman, perhaps around ten? He would prefer to be a solo kitty in his new forever home. Jack has been neutered, dewormed, flea treated, microchipped, vaccinated, and has tested FIV+/FeLV-. Are you looking for a grizzled kitty who has been through the wringer but has lots of love to give? Consider Jacked Up Jack!
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
1622
Contact
Alysa McNearney
Phone
Address
Gibsonia, PA 15044

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Typically we talk a little with potential adopters to find a cat who is a good fit before sharing the application.

2.

Approve Application

We check over the application including checking vet references and doing landlord checks.

3.

Interview

We spend more time chatting with the adopters to specifically go over any questions from the application and details about the specific cat.

4.

Meet the Pet

Potential adopters have a meet and greet with the cat or kitten in the foster home.

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

At the meet and greet, if all goes well, the adoption contract can be signed, the fee can be paid, and the pet can go home!

6.

Pay Fee

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We try to do our best to make sure we find good fitting, responsible homes, without wasting a lot of our time. Our app has a lot of screening questions which help eliminate potential adopters who might not be serious (they usually just don't return the app), or not a good fit, which is why the in depth interview happens once the app is returned.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

We are a small but dedicated 501c3 nonprofit cat rescue specializing in making one person's garbage kitten another person's forever cat.

Our mission is to reduce feline suffering and overpopulation using a combination of TNR and adoptions. We foster and socialize whenever we have the resources to do so, including behavioral cats and kittens who might otherwise just be candidates for TNR.

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